Minnesota Transplant Cohort

Have you ever moved to a new city where you have few connections? Many Jews move to the Twin Cities every year, taking a new job, or choosing to move to a place that is consistently ranked among the best places to live. Yet, we know that some people find that Minnesota is not so “nice”, even in places where Jews gather. We’re setting up a cohort to help people in Jewish households make the Twin Cities a permanent home on their Jewish journey.

Jewish-Adjacent Cohort

This cohort is designed for those who are connected to Judaism but are not Jewish themselves. Some folks may be part of a Jewish family or have Jewish ancestry, while others are exploring Judaism for the first time. This cohort will gather to explore various Jewish traditions and learn the ins and outs of living a Jewish life through experiential learning. This is not a Judaism 101 class that takes a deep academic dive into the history and theology of the religion (if that is what you are looking for, we have recommendations). Instead, we will focus primarily on Shabbat and holiday traditions, focusing on food preparation and ritual while sharing our stories and getting to know each other. 

Tots Playdate

It is designed for families with children ages 0-5 who are looking to form relationships with other families with kids the same age and to engage together in fun Jewish activities. We will sing, play, and lead games and activities related to Shabbat and holiday celebrations. Parents, grandparents, and any other close adults in your child’s life are welcome to join. Children must be accompanied by at least one adult throughout the entirety of the programming. Older siblings are welcome, though the activities will be geared toward early childhood age children.